Hearts in terrazzo at Péro, and other standout brick-and-mortar openings

If the latest fashion store openings across the country are anything to go by, brick-and-mortar is making a major comeback—and no one is thinking small. Sabyasachi has a new 26,000 sq ft address in Mehrauli; Abu Jani Sandeep Khosla has taken over 20,000 sq ft of a heritage building in South Mumbai; and Péro’s first-ever flagship in Delhi merges 4,000 sq ft of indoor and outdoor space.

The common thread between them? Shopping is only part of it. These spaces invite you to wander for hours, look at art, discover pieces from the brands’ histories, and sit down for tea. Without further ado, all the new spots you need to add to your weekend itinerary, stat:

Péro finally has a permanent physical home

After 17 years of pop-ups and a presence in multi-brand retail stores around the world, Péro finally has a home of its own. The label’s first flagship, aptly named Pérodise, is now open in New Delhi’s Lodhi Colony Market. Founder and designer Aneeth Arora had first come across the site in 2012, but things didn’t work out at the time. “Then, after so many years, the same space came back to us. I think it was a sign that the time was right,” Arora tells The Nod. Designed in collaboration with architects Paola Conzatti and Kalpesh Solanki of Conzatti Solanki Architects, the store spans 1,500 sq ft indoors and 2,500 sq ft outdoors. A flexible display system allows it to morph into an exhibition or gallery-like setting, while the open layout can accommodate talks and presentations.

Naturally, the space is full of Péroisms. Whimsical details, like hearts, pop up everywhere—cut into wooden doors, etched into the cement outside, blown in glass and inlaid on the terrazzo floor—alongside phrases like “a place for hearts to wander” and “we péro you” rendered in beaten brass. “I’ve often been told that people discover a piece of clothing or a detail only after looking at it again, and that is exactly what is happening in the space too. There are a lot of smaller details hidden here and there. They’re not in your face, but every now and then you chance upon a heart,” Arora adds.

Inside, you’ll find classic Péro dresses and separates alongside limited-edition jackets pulled from the archives, all suspended from metal hangers hand-beaten into the brand’s heart-with-wings motif. Even the roof gets in on the fun: terracotta tiles featuring miniature birds, toads, squirrels, and monkeys, made by potters in Odisha, line the canopies, while the heart motif reappears as a decorative trim. Another thoughtful detail? The entire space has been designed to be wheelchair-accessible.

Address: No 30, Lodhi Colony Market, New Delhi. Open 11 am to 8 pm

Sabyasachi’s new store has over 120 chandeliers and a Bengal tiger

Entering Sabyasachi’s new flagship in New Delhi, you might be forgiven for thinking you’ve stepped into the world’s most extravagant antique dealer’s shop. His new 26,000 sq ft space features a series of rooms and corridors inspired by vintage travel that evoke the private cabins of railway carriages, steamships, Kashmiri houseboats, and the grand homes of north Calcutta.

Unsurprisingly, there’s a lot to look at. Almost 120 chandeliers, 200 antique carpets, 300 original paintings created by artists of the Sabyasachi Art Foundation, and over 100 antique textiles, mirrors, and decorative objects fill the space. Even the wallpaper and upholstery are designed by Sabya for Nilaya by Asian Paints. Then, there are rooms within rooms: a dedicated high jewellery salon, an accessories parlour, and a private lounge should you fancy a cup of Darjeeling tea. Just don’t reach for the fruit—they’re made of ceramic. Also, don’t forget to say hello to the life-size Bengal tiger sculpture in the tramcar-inspired installation tucked away in one of the rooms.

Address: The Citadel, One Style Mile, 6-8 Kalka Das Marg, Mehrauli, New Delhi - 110030.

Abu Jani Sandeep Khosla strike gold in Mumbai

If you walk into the Framjee Cawasjee Institute opposite Metro Cinema, you may feel the urge to pinch yourself. Abu Jani Sandeep Khosla has transformed the heritage building into Mubarak Baug, their gleaming flagship that can outshine even the mythical golden city of El Dorado.

Then again, the designer duo—who are also celebrating 40 years in the business—don’t need a reference point. Designed by A Wonder Room, the brand’s interior decor vertical, the sprawling 20,000 sq ft space is unapologetically drenched in gold. Everything, from the bamboo racks that hold the latest ready-to-wear pieces to the walls adorned with hundreds of miniature jharokas, glistens. Look up, and you’re greeted by golden mythical birds taking flight through swirling clouds. Elsewhere, an inverted golden city handcrafted in brass hangs upside down from the ceiling.

The address is also home to the AJSK Jewellery Vault, which houses the new ‘Iconic Jewels’ collection whose face is Dimple Kapadia, alongside an archival museum that brings together the most recognisable creations from the duo’s four-decades-long career, including the early-’90s Architectural coat featuring the Purana Qila and the mirrorwork ghagra worn by Madhuri Dixit in Devdas. The duo won a National Film Award for the film’s costumes, so, yes, you’ll be viewing a part of Bollywood history.

Address: Mubarak Baug, Framjee Cawasjee Institute, opposite Metro Cinema, Dhobitalao, Marine Lines, Kalbadevi, Mumbai - 400002. Open Monday to Saturday, 11 am to 8 pm

Brides, there’s a new Matsya store in Kala Ghoda

If wedding shopping is on your agenda, Matsya by Utkarsh Ahuja has a new address you can add to your rounds. The Delhi-based label has opened its first flagship in Kala Ghoda, and unlike its other outposts, this one is dedicated to couture.

Spread across two floors of Crossly House, the store has an old-world feel, with its faded blue walls, ornamental pillars, a fireplace, and chandeliers. The walls are adorned with artworks and antiques picked up by Ahuja himself during his travels, while tomes on the old masters, Assouline volumes, and marble busts line the shelves. A playlist that moves between Hans Zimmer and cello compositions and a tobacco-vanilla scent add to the mood. Up the stairs lined with a custom-made carpet are two generously sized trial lounges, each with its own seating area should you decide to bring along an entourage.

Address: Ground floor, 4-6-8 Crossly House, British Hotel Lane, Kala Ghoda, Fort, Mumbai - 400001

AMPM returns to Mumbai

Step off a busy street in Kala Ghoda and you’ll find AMPM’s new store is noticeably calm. The Delhi-based brand known for its minimalist ready-to-wear and sculptural accessories has returned to Mumbai with a space that draws inspiration from creative director Priyanka Modi’s own home: curved walls, warm wood, and a double-heighted ceiling that create a cocoon-like escape from the hustle-bustle of the city outside. The garments are displayed with similar restraint, with only a handful of pieces occupying each section, allowing visitors to take their time with the pieces.

There’s, however, one detail you’ll register even before the clothes and bags: the scent. AMPM’s signature fragrance, Optimism, created by Perfumer Gary Weiss, envelopes the store, becoming part of the soothing experience.

Address: AMPM, Seksaria Building, 139, Nagindas Master Road, Kala Ghoda, Fort, Mumbai

Ogaan moves to Pali Hill

In case you missed it, Ogaan has discretely opened the doors to a new outpost just down Pali Hill, on Ambedkar Road, Mumbai. Spread across two floors, the space is designed like an airy apartment with rooms within rooms punctuated with mid-century furniture, terrazzo, teak wood, and photographs from Ogaan shoots over the years.

The first floor features contemporary collections from cult-favourite labels like Bodice, Dhruv Kapoor, Lovebirds, Péro, Reik, and 431-88, and a dedicated room for Payal Khandwala. Head up the wooden staircase for craft-forward occasionwear from designers like Anamika Khanna, Divya Sheth, Archana Jaju, Jayanti Reddy, Nidhi Tholia, and more. A room dedicated to fine jewellery will be added soon, with modern pieces from Jaipur-based jeweller Tallin, among others.

Address: Ogaan at Pali Hill, 317/3 Dr Ambedkar Road, near Gusoto, Pali Hill, Khar West, Mumbai - 400052. Open Monday to Sunday, 10 am to 8 pm

The Postbox gives a 40-year-old Tamil home a second life

Nestled in Chennai’s T Nagar, The Postbox’s first experience store occupies a 40-year-old, 4,000 sq ft Tamil home that founder Nikhil Joseph spent seven months restoring. Much of the original character has been left intact, including the windows, staircase, and motifs seen on traditional Tamil homes on the facade.

Inside, Chandigarh-inspired teak chairs made by artisans in Puducherry sit alongside framed Madras checks sourced from local cooperative weavers and hand-shaped aluminium details that reference traditional Tamil metalwork. Natural materials like Kalimaruthu wood, jute and teak are offset by industrial brushed steel and cast aluminium. A Pierre Jeanneret-inspired mid-century console displays the materials the brand uses across products, and here you can even put the fabrics’ water resistance to test. There’s also a travel corner filled with photobooks, objects, travel organisers, and duffel bags, and you’ll also spot prototypes and works in progress that offer a glimpse into the brand’s product development.

Address: 2 20, Singaram St, T Nagar, Chennai - 600017

Amama’s new store has ears on the walls—literally

The Delhi-based brand loved for its playful, experimental jewellery has a new address in DLF Summit Plaza in Gurugram. Sculptural fixtures inspired by the human anatomy run through the store, including a larger-than-life ear sculpture decked out in the brand’s signature Sahara earrings. The fun details don’t end there: there’s also a Surrealist mirror inspired by the brand’s ‘Maxima’ collection. Look up beyond the jewels and you’ll also find the word ‘dadi’ written in multiple languages—an ode to the founder’s grandmother, who inspired the brand’s beginnings.

Address: FB 15, first floor, DLF Summit Plaza, DLF Phase V, Sector 54, Gurugram - 122009